Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Miami as a Part-Time Veterans Affairs Specialist. This rewarding opportunity allows you to serve our nation's heroes while maintaining work-life balance. You'll work 20 hours per week in a dynamic federal environment, supporting veterans with claims processing, benefit coordination, and case management. Ideal for students, retirees, or professionals seeking flexible federal service.
Responsibilities
- Process and adjudicate veteran benefit claims with precision
- Provide direct support to veterans regarding healthcare and disability benefits
- Maintain accurate electronic records in VA systems
- Coordinate with medical and legal teams for complex cases
- Conduct eligibility screenings for VA programs
- Prepare detailed correspondence and decision documents
- Assist with outreach initiatives for underserved veteran communities
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Minimum 1 year administrative experience
- Proficiency in VA systems (VBA/BCMS preferred)
- Strong knowledge of federal regulations (38 CFR)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to pass federal background investigation
- Spanish language proficiency highly desirable
- Experience with veteran advocacy preferred